Political institutions have been unable to cope as mass connectivity is rewiring democracy
Democracy News Headlines
This Democracy News Headlines archive has all our headline articles about the United States and around the world. This is the most well stocked DC category by far with the best coverage of the struggle for democracy but check out World Democracy and our American democracy page for more in-depth information or just visit Democracy in Culture archive for some light news.
The Need For an Iranian Democratic Revolution
An Iranian democratic revolution could reshape the turbulent region and the broader world
One-Day Trial Ends in Charges For Chinese Christian Activist
Chinese Christian activist Gou Hongguo sentenced by court for discussing political issues with other activists
Kenyan Electoral Commission Resigns En Masse
Protests that have crossed the country ahead of key vote led to resignation of the Kenyan Electoral Commission
China Jails Human Rights Activist Hu Shigen and Allies
Legal activists like Hu Shigen and Zhai Yanmin are among targets of President Xi’s crackdown
Will Communal Violence Again Stain Kenyan Vote?
Run up to crucial Kenyan vote is again plagued with chronic hate speech and inter-ethnic tension
Opposition Plans to Recall Venezuelan President Maduro Progress
Opponents are seeking to recall Venezuelan President Maduro who is increasingly unpopular
A Look at Departing Burmese President Thein Sein
The reforms of departing Burmese President Thein Sein will likely be discussed for a long time
Divided Parties Prepare For Local Palestinian Elections
Hopes and fears of young population in focus ahead of crucially important local Palestinian elections
Troubling Harassment of Thailand Student Activist’s Family
Sirawith Seritiwat is the founder of a pro-democracy group and the Thailand student activist’s family is being targeted